ARE YOU SMARTER

THAN A STONE CRAB?

Tuesday, April 29, 2014

3:30PM- 6:30PM EST

Tour starts at the Marco Island Public library

210 S Heathwood Dr. Marco Island, FL 34145 ‎

Join your UF/IFAS Extension Sea Grant Agent

to explore why stone crabs are one

of Florida’s most valuable fisheries.

DURING THIS PROGRAM YOU WILL:

Learn about the biology of stone crabs & how the fishery is managed

Sample locally caught stone crab claws

Visit Kirk Fish Company * in nearby Goodland to see what it takes to work in the stone crab industry

Discover the rich heritage associated with stone crabbing and other fisheries in southwest Florida

*Participants will be responsible for providing their own transportation from the Marco Library

to Kirk Fish Company

Cost: $17

The Extension Service is an off-campus branch of the University of Florida, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences and department with the Public Services Division of Collier County Government. Extension programs are open to all persons without regard to race, color, creed, sex, age, handicap, or national origin. In compliance with ADA requirements, participants with special needs can be reasonably accommodated by contacting the Extension Service at least 10 working days prior to the meeting. Contact Extension at (239) 252-4800 or by fax at (239) 252-4822

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

NO!